Katar Dagger with Shark’s tooth Scabbard
- Dated: 18th century
- Culture: Indian
- Measurements: 62.8 cm long including scabbard
- Provenance: acquired in London, 1978
The weapon has tapering, double edged and grooved blade, while the hilt comes with a curved triangular protective guard, its terminal in the form of a dragon head. The hilt is incised and decorated with gilt copper overlay forming floral interlace, while the sides of the scabbard have protruding shark’s teeth.
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